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The Golden Summer of the Edwardians (1902-1914)
Edwardians ‘saw themselves at the beginning of a new century of promise’ (A.J. Taylor). The wealthy were extremely rich and the working-class were beginning to voice concerns. This was a time of struggle for women’s rights and the courage of the Suffragettes. An interesting period of social, domestic and working life.
We study the short period of peace and prosperity before the First World War when life and living was completely changed for all.
‘In so far as any single group in a community imposes a popular image of its domestic life on an age, for Edwardian England that group was the very rich.’ (Marghanita Laski). This was in contrast to those living in abject poverty. The middle classes were doing better and the working class were aiming to be respectable and hard-working.
Writer J.B. Priestley’s view of Edwardian England was that, ‘…there were many changes, many reforms, yet all seems so Victorian, not at all Edwardian…in sweet little cottages that were menacingly insanitary.’
We take a hard look at the suffragettes and their struggles including the notorious “Cat and Mouse Act”.
Illustrated with powerpoint slideshows, documentary and film clips.
Ref MACL009D1A Monday 1.30-3.30pm 6 weeks start 22 April (3 places left)
Fee £82 Half-priceconcession for those on benefits
Enrol: https://www.brightonmet.ac.uk/courses/the-golden-summer-of-the-edwardians-1902-1914/
MET courses taught at Pelham Street Brighton BN1 4FA - unless otherwise stated.
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Enrolment: 01273 667704 Admissions: admissions@gbmc.ac.uk
No homework. Classes are relaxed, friendly & fun as well as informative.
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N.B. History courses may contain outdated attitudes, cultural depictions and language which cause offence today. They have to be viewed from an historic perspective. When discussing the content these views are not those of the tutor. If you feel you may be uncomfortable about this, please do not enrol.
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MET at The Church of the Holy Cross Church Hall, Downsway, Woodingdean, Brighton, BN2 6BD Mid-Victorian Life and Leisure (1850-1870)
The family, work, leisure, travel, art and culture. This period saw the burgeoning “leisure industry”: holidays - particularly the seaside – travel to the countryside, and in the new green spaces of the town as public parks were opened for all to enjoy and benefit.
We study improvements in working hours and conditions but there it was still long and continuous toil for the poor and an unhealthy urban environment with little time off. However, society was changing and we explore the urban and rural environment and the importance of getting to the countryside for a day out; and for green spaces near industrial areas known as “green lungs”.
1871 gave people a few days off. Holidays for all. The seaside was particularly popular and where people cast off inhibitions. There were tea gardens serving beer and wine, dancing, fireworks, travelling fairs, circus, theatre, music hall, Gilbert and Sullivan and sport.
Thomas Cook’s tours was founded in 1841 with a Temperance rally outing which effectively kickstarted modern tourism and was in full swing during this period.
Illustrated with powerpoint slides and film clips.
Ref MACL067D1A Wednesday 1-3pm 8 weeks start 24 April Fee £68 Half-price concesson for those on benefits
Enrol: https://www.brightonmet.ac.uk/courses/mid-victorian-life-and-leisure-1850-1870/
🌞 Summer in the City: Exploring Brighton’s Unique History 🌞
If you are interested in the distinctive history of Brighton and how it evolved, and enjoy walking through the city and discovering places you might not know, then you will enjoy this course comprising of three classroom sessions and three field trips.
Three classroom sessions and three Brighton field trips
We study the fascinating history of Brighton in three classroom sessions and three field trips, starting with a brief historical overview and looking at early maps. During the three field trips, we will get to know our unique city, discovering lots of hidden gems and understanding how Brighton evolved from a small Georgian fishing town to the vibrant seaside resort of today.
Your tutor will guide you to further places of interest so that you can stroll around and familiarise yourself during summer, discovering additional hidden gems.
Be prepared to walk on each field trip for almost two hours; to wear suitable clothing for all weather and to bring water if it is hot.
Classroom sessions are illustrated with images, maps and powerpoint slides.
Ref MACL008D1A Saturday 11am-1pm 6 weeks start 27 April
Fee £82 Half-price concession for those on benefits
Enrol: https://www.brightonmet.ac.uk/courses/summer-in-the-city-exploring-brightons-unique-history/